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Young Thug RICO Trial: YSL Woody Admits He Lied About Rapper’s Alleged Crimes To Police

By: Devon JeffersonCategory: News

Young Thug’s YSL RICO trial continues to produce unexpected and explosive hearings, and now yet another courtroom exchange between controversial defendant Lil Woody and prosecutors has gone viral.

During the most recent hearing apart of the ongoing YSL RICO trial, Kenneth Copeland, better known as Lil Woody, took the stand and confessed to fabricating stories about Young Thug’s involvement in criminal activities. Woody claims he led authorities astray, pinning crimes on Thug to alleviate the attention he was attracting from police.

“This is what happened,” Lil Woody began. “OK. The police kept locking me up for whatever they could. Every time I counted the door, the police was on me, and they keep bringing up Thug’s name. So what I did was to get ’em out off me, I said, ‘Thug did this. Thug did that. Thug,’ because I knew they were—I knew he didn’t do it.”

Feeling the relentless pressure from law enforcement, Lil Woody admitted to making Young Thug a scapegoat because he was sure he wouldn’t catch any heat for the false claims.

“In my mind, I knew that the police would never go mess with him [Young Thug],” he explained. “So it was easy for me to try to throw the blame off on him, to get them off of me. And that’s what I was doing from all these years. I don’t remember what I done told them in the past, but my whole motive was Thug did it because I knew he didn’t do it, and they couldn’t lock him up.”

Woody continued, seemingly alluding to the idea that authorities were obsessed with nabbing Young Thug, which is part of the reason why he used the rapper’s name as a shield and a tactic he unabashedly exploited.

“And they keep talking about ‘Thug, Thug, Thug, Thug, Thug,” he recounted. “So guess what I’m going to tell them? ‘Yeah, yeah, yeah’. What else you want me to tell them? Yeah. He killed this person. Yeah, he did that. That’s what I’m going to do.”

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In another portion of his testimony, Woody went on to criticize the state’s prosecutors, alleging they have pressured him to appear in court, even though they know he has been lying. As the YSL RICO trial continues to unfold, it has already earned the title of the longest in Georgia’s history.

The trial has been ongoing for 18 months at this point and has seen multiple delays and complications, including a 10-month jury selection process and the recusal of two different judges. Other incidents such as a defendant being stabbed and key witnesses being tampered with by courtroom officials have also derailed the progress of the trial.

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A Tribe Called Quest’s Jarobi Slams CNN Over Aussie “B-Girl” Coverage

By: Kyle EusticeCategory: News

The fallout from Aussie dancer Rachael “Raygun” Gunn’s disastrous performance at the 2024 Paris Olympics can still be felt on social media. Several pillars of breaking culture, including Crazy Legs and Popmaster Fabel, weighed in over the weekend and now, it’s Jarobi’s turn.

On Monday (August 12), CNN shared an Instagram post featuring Gunn and included the caption, “Australian breaker Raygun has been praised for her ‘courage’ and ‘character’ after her viral performances at the Paris Olympics. Rachael Gunn arrived in Paris as a competitive breaker excited to make her Olympic debut. She leaves an internet sensation, her performances viewed by millions across social media. Gunn is a 36-year-old university lecturer from Sydney, Australia, who balances her day job with her breakdance career, competing at events around the globe.”

The A Tribe Called Quest MC hopped in the comment section and wrote, “Wow! CNN showing its true colors. Making a mockery of someone’s culture takes audacity not courage.”

India. Arie also tossed in her two cents, saying, “sigh … an art created by young black and brown people in the bronx is NOW an Olympic sport and this POORLY EXECUTED EXCUSE FOR THE ART ~ is being praised. this is yet another insult to artists And artists of color. this is why we’re exhausted.”

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Gunn’s appearance at the Olympics was part of a historic first; it marked the first time breaking was included on the schedule. In head-to-head battles against b-girls from the USA, France and Lithuania, she pulled out some questionable moves like kangaroo hopping and swimming on the ground, leading to a whopping ZERO points from the judges.

There was a sense even Gunn knew she wasn’t qualified to be there. She later told reporters, “I was never going to beat these girls on what they do best, the dynamic and the power moves, so I wanted to move differently, be artistic and creative because how many chances do you get that in a lifetime to do that on an international stage,” suggesting she knew her moves weren’t on par with high-level b-girls or b-boys.

On Sunday (August 11), the proverbial torch was passed from Paris to Los Angeles, where the 2028 Olympics will be held, but breaking won’t be a part of it. There are reports Brisbane, where the 2032 Olympics are scheduled to take place, wants to bring it back.

Gunn’s viral performance took the spotlight away from Victor Montalvo, Logistx, Ami, Nicka, Shigekix and several other notable breakers, who’ve consistently respected Hip-Hop culture.

Fugees’ Pras Disses Lauryn Hill On New Track: “Blame Her She Made The Mess”

By: Kyle EusticeCategory: Exclusives

Fugees MC Pras has a new track obtained by AllHipHop called “Bar Mitzfa,” which comes with a few not-so-subtle jabs at bandmate Lauryn Hill.

Among the lyrics: “Don’t blame me, blame her/She made the mess/Not another f#####’ penny, what I told ‘Clef.” The line is likely in reference to Hill’s latest tour debacle. Last week, Hill—who has a longstanding reputation of being unreliable—abruptly canceled all North American tour dates and blamed the media for low ticket sales.

Taking to Instagram on August 7, Hill explained, “With difficulty the decision was made to pull down our upcoming North American tour dates,” she wrote. “The shows in the UK and Europe ARE MOVING FORWARD as planned. Last year, I faced an injury that necessitated the rescheduling of some of my shows. Regrettably, some media outlet’s penchant for sensationalism and clickbait headlines have seemingly created a narrative that has affected ticket sales for the North American portion of the tour.”

She continued, “The trust and faith I have in my intentions and my commitment to my art seem to have been overshadowed by this unfortunate portrayal. The audiences in the UK and Europe not only haven’t seen the Miseducation Anniversary performances yet, they also haven’t seen the Fugees perform together in over 25 years!”

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As the news circulated, TMZ caught up with Pras, who suggested he was growing tired of Hill’s unaccountability. While Hill blamed the media’s “clickbait headlines” and “sensationalism” for affecting ticket sales, Pras hinted it was all her doing, saying, “I saved her reputation for 20 years by not telling my side of the story but oops … cat’s out the bag.”

Hill initially offered no explanation for the cancelation. Ticketholders posted screenshots of a message they received from Live Nation stating simply, “Your event has been canceled. A refund will be on its way to your account soon.”

The Miseducation of Lauryn Hill 25th Anniversary Tour was expected to kick off on Friday (August 9) in Tampa. It included stops in Los Angeles, New York and New Jersey as well as Atlanta, Philadelphia, Dallas, Houston and Milwaukee—18 U.S. dates in all. The international dates are still on the schedule.

Beastie Boys Demand Recall Of All Gold Records After Barry Manilow & “Paul’s Boutique” Debacle

By: Mike WinslowCategory: News

Beastie Boys members Ad-Rock and Mike D are calling for a recall of all gold and platinum plaques for verification after a surprising discovery.

During an appearance on SiriusXM’s Conan O’Brien Needs a Friend, the pair recounted a problem with one of their own awards, a baffling mix-up involving their gold record for 1989’s Paul’s Boutique.

“We had a gold record on the wall,” Ad-Rock shared. “It was our record Paul’s Boutique, and I was looking at it. I could see it had our label and nine songs on one side. But when I looked at the gold record itself, it only had four songs.”

Intrigued by the inconsistency, Ad-Rock and Mike D decided to investigate further.

“Mike broke the glass, took the record out and we put it right on the record player,” Ad-Rock continued.

Instead of hearing the Beastie Boys’ celebrated tracks, the duo was greeted by piano renditions of Barry Manilow hits.

Mike D added, “I’d like to think that for artists like Barbra Streisand and Donna Summer, it was actually their record. But in our case, it seemed like it was somebody’s record that was spray-painted gold or something.”

Mike D’s remarks echoed frustration and disbelief while emphasizing the need for authenticity in music memorabilia.

“We need a recall of all gold and platinum plaques,” Mike D concluded. “It basically seemed like it was somebody’s record that was spray-painted gold.”

EXCLUSIVE: 50 Cent Wins: Young Buck To Pay Off Massive Debt, Ending Long-Running Dispute

By: Grouchy Greg Watkins (@GrouchyGreg)Category: Exclusives

Young Buck is set to resolve his financial obligations to 50 Cent as part of his bankruptcy proceedings.

The U.S. Trustee, Region 8, has requested the dismissal of 50 Cent’s $250,000 lawsuit over a dispute involving Young Buck’s recording contract with G-Unit Records now that the Nashville, Tennessee rapper’s assets have been sold off.

Young Buck filed for bankruptcy in May 2020 after a tumultuous 2019 involving jail time and financial struggles. The move was also allegedly made in part to get out of his contract with G-Unit Records after Buck’s relationship with 50 Cent broke down over a multitude of reasons.

Young Buck maintained that it was an advance against future albums, while 50 Cent claimed it was a loan to help his artist during his financial struggles.

50 Cent tried to block the bankruptcy proceedings until the debt was settled and Young Buck fulfilled his recording contract. Young Buck and his legal team argued that he was not obligated to repay any funds since the money was never classified as a loan.

According to documents obtained by AllHipHop, Buck has sold enough assets from his estate to cover all outstanding claims, including his debt to 50 Cent.

Young Buck sold off his jewelry, cars and most importantly – his valuable catalog. The bankruptcy trustee netted $1,023,669.67 from the liquidation of Young Buck’s assets.

In addition to 50 Cent, Young Buck will pay off his child support debt and a $190,000 obligation to the IRS, giving him a clean slate and the green light to start making money from his lucrative rap career.

Boosie Badazz Concert Canceled After 2 Men Shot Dead In Parking Lot

By: Kyle EusticeCategory: News

The Pull Up Car Show in western Iowa ended in tragedy on Saturday (August 10), when two men were reportedly shot and killed outside of the I29 Speedway in Pacific Junction. Boosie Badazz was just about to take the stage  alongside Rob49 and Rich the Factor.

According to the Des Moines Register, Omaha residents Marcus L. Johnson and Charles A. Williams Jr. died shortly after the 9 p.m. CT incident. The Omaha Police helicopter was called in to help search for at least three suspects, who were reportedly driving a black Mercedes sedan.

Boosie Badazz briefly addressed the situation on Instagram, but it appeared he didn’t understand the severity of what occurred.

“They just shut the concert down,” he says in the clip. “Some s### happened at the front. We finna to take it to Crush Ultra Lounge. The party don’t stop.” He added in the caption, “Omaha Police Shut The Concert Down So Now We Headed Downtown Omaha To Crush Ultra Lounge Official After Party.”

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The Mills County Sheriff’s Office has been assisted by the Iowa Division of Criminal Investigation, Iowa State Patrol, Omaha Police Department and several other surrounding agencies.

The investigation into the incident is still ongoing. Anyone with information about the shooting is asked to contact the Mills County Sheriff’s Office at 712-527-4871.

Post Malone Admits Culture Vulture Accusations Drove Him To Drink 

By: London JennnCategory: News

Post Malone admits he turned to alcohol to cope with the culture vulture and one-hit-wonder accusations he faced in the early days of his career.  

During a recent interview with CBS Sunday Morning, the “Sunflower” hitmaker addressed early criticism leveled at him by Hip-hop fans. Asked how he felt being branded a culture vulture, Post Malone replied, “It sucked. I was a kid.”   

According to Posty, he “drank a lot” to cope and would take it personally. “It’s hard not to,” he explained.

Last year, Post Malone went viral after fans shared concerns that he was out of it during a concert. His noticeably slimmer figure sparked speculation he was using hard drugs or developed an illness. However, he explained that “dad life kicked in,” and his baby daughter spurred him to make a few lifestyle improvements. 

“I decided to kick soda, and start eating better so i can be around for a long time for this little angel,” he told his worried fans. “Next up is smokes and brews, but i like to consider myself a patient man.” 

Post Malone Admits He Was On A Rough Path

While he made his start in Hip-Hop, Post Malone is gearing up to drop a country music album, F-1 Trillion, slated to drop on August 16.  

In his new interview, Post Malone addressed the song “Yours” where he envisions his now two-year-old daughter’s wedding.  

“I think about it a lot,” he explained before revealing he has “written a whole lot of songs” about his baby girl. “It changes your life in the best way ever,” he added, admitting he was “on a rough path” before settling down with his partner.  

He explained that his life used to be a never-ending cycle of using alcohol to numb his pain. “I don’t feel like that anymore,” he said. “And it’s the most amazing thing.” 

Isaac Hayes Family Demands $3M From Donald Trump For Using Song At Rallies 

By: London JennnCategory: News

The family of late R&B icon Isaac Hayes are demanding Donald Trump stop using “Hold On, I’m Coming” at campaign rallies and threatening him with a lawsuit. 

Hayes penned the 1966 Sam & Dave song and his estate alleged copyright infringement in a letter posted on social media Sunday (August 11). The family claims the song was used 134 times and seeks $3 million for its unauthorized use between 2022 and 2024.  

The family claims the Trump campaign “willfully and brazenly engaged in copyright infringement,” using the song“despite being asked repeatedly not to engage in such illegal use.” 

The Hayes family also asks that all videos from the Trump campaign featuring the song be taken down. Additionally, the letter requested an acknowledgment that the Hayes estate has not “authorized, endorsed or permitted” the use of the song.   

The letter states that the $3m figure is “heavily discounted” considering the number of times the song was used. However, if the Hayes family has to proceed with litigation, they will demand damages of “$150,000 per use.” 

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Hayes’s son, Isaac Hayes III, posted the letter on his Instagram account. He also warned Donald Trump in a tweet on Saturday (August 10). He claimed Trump used the song at a rally in Montana despite requests not to do so.  

“Donald Trump represents the worst in integrity and class with his disrespect and sexual abuse of Women and racist rhetoric,” he wrote. We will now deal with this very swiftly.” 

He also reposted the tweet on Instagram, writing, “A musical performers art is a reflection of their soul, not a tool for promoting hatred or bigotry.” 

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In a follow-up video, Hayes III indicated the family has been asking Donald Trump not to use the song for two years. “Artists and their heirs have rights too,” he stated. 

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Soulja Boy Mercilessly Taunts Blueface & Chrisean Rock Over Jail Time 

By: London JennnCategory: News

Soulja Boy had no sympathy after learning Blueface was slapped with a hefty four-year sentence for violating his probation. 

The sentence came as a shock to his parents, who had recently promised Blueface would be home soon. His father tearfully announced the news in a brief yet highly emotional update.  

“Y’all can probably tell the results by the way I look,” he said while wiping away tears. “Stay strong son.” 

However, Soulja Boy remained unmoved and continued taunting Blueface. The pair feuded online before Blueface was locked up, and the “Crank That”  hitmaker has been on his case ever since.  

He quote-tweeted Blueface’s father’s emotional post alongside multiple crying-with-laughter emojis.

It wasn’t just Blueface on the receiving end of Soulja Boy’s taunts. Last week, Soulja Boy had the same response to a viral mugshot of Chrisean Rock, the mother of Blueface’s young son.  

Chrisean Rock is also facing multiple years behind bars and could be hit with eight years. She was recently charged with failure to have a tax stamp affixed on control dangerous substances (CDS) and possession of CDS with the intent to distribute. Each charge carries a potential four-year sentence. 

Although Blueface received a four-year sentence, he could be home much sooner. His manager, Wack 100, expects he will be home within a year. 

“He got four years, 400-something days off,” Wack said. “Comes down to three years, he go to state… he’ll be home in nine to 10 months.” 

Buju Banton Sparks Uproar After Slamming Afrobeats & Reggaeton Artists For Not Paying Homage

By: London JennnCategory: News

Buju Banton made waves online after making some bold comments about Afrobeats and Reggaeton. 

The iconic Jamaican dancehall and reggae singer went viral on Sunday over his comment on the latest episode of Drink Champs. During the interview, Buju Banton shared his take on Afrobeats, criticizing artists for not paying home to Jamaican music. He also claimed the genre lacks substance and said the music does nothing to uplift and inspire people through times of hardship and struggle. 

“Tell me one Afrobeats song that can uplift us,” he asked N.O.R.E. “Kenya is suffering; young men of Kenya are revolting. South Africa, Sudan, South Sudan, you name it. But which of these Afrobeats songs can I relate to for a peace of mind, to tell me that I’m in the struggle, and we are gonna be better in the struggle. And even though it’s hard, we’re gonna overcome? Tell me.” 

After critiquing Afrobeats, Buju Banton also went after Reggaeton, claiming its artists “stole” Jamaican culture.  

“Listen, a lot of culture vultures out there,” Buju added. “We have sat and we have watched Reggaeton taking Reggae music. You have f##### with our music so hard and stolen our culture.” 

While Buju insisted he wasn’t “knocking anybody,” he demanded his respect for reggae and dancehall culture.   

“You don’t give us no respect m############, and you still expect us to kowtow and act like we take something from you?” he added. “This is the King’s music. Your music hall come and go, because it has nothing to do with soul; it has nothing to do with building energy.” 

However, Buju Banton’s remarks were fiercely challenged online. Check out some of the reactions below.

Tyrese Responds To Critics After Channeling Marvin Gaye At Rams Vs Cowboys National Anthem Performance 

By: London JennnCategory: News

Tyrese was getting roasted online over his unique national anthem performance after the singer donned a fake beard and a wig and channeled Marvin Gaye to sing “The Star-Spangled Banner.” 

The singer and actor performed at the Los Angeles Rams vs Dallas Cowboys game on Sunday (August 11). However, not everybody was a fan of the performance, and Tyrese was catching heat online from confused viewers. 

While there were various comparisons, one user hit the nail on the head but claimed Tyrese missed the mark. 

“Tyrese just tried to emulate Marvin Gaye’s rendition of ‘The Star Spangled Banner’,” they wrote. “it failed miserably. #LambsChop.” 

However, Tyrese caught wind of the criticism and responded with a post on Instagram. 

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“Thank you,” he replied, sharing a screenshot of the critic’s post. “You’re always welcome here….. respectfully I don’t really know if I agree. Few bad notes? Mheeeee that’s an open mic for you.” 

Tyrese also insisted, “I really really tried,” indicating he was inspired by Marvin Gay’s soulful remix of the national anthem at the 1983 NBA All-Star Game in Los Angeles. 

“Teddy-Marvin-Donnie-Wonder-Gibson is my name,” he joked. “Smile…. it’s a viiiiiiibbbbeeeee!!!!!!!” 

However, according to Tyrese, his performance caused an explosion in pre-orders for his upcoming album, Beautiful Pain. 

“My website crashed,” he noted. “I’m so sorry. I’ve never had this many people on my side at one time Tyrese.Tv less than 30 days of the release of #BeautifulPain Sorry.” 

Cardi B Shares New Details About Accident That Led To Pelvic Injury 

By: London JennnCategory: News

Cardi B is reflecting on the freak accident that caused her nightmare injury that almost cost her unborn baby’s life.  

Last week Cardi B revealed she was hospitalized for several days after a freak accident and was in agonizing pain. 

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In an Instagram Live on Sunday (August 11), Cardi B explained that she injured her pelvis and has been suffering ever since. She explained that before the accident, she had implemented a daily routine that involved her recording with her engineer and going to the gym at 6:00 a.m. every morning. 

“I was doing so good, like so good. Exercising, f###### outfits were being put together, I had so much energy. Now I be in pain like a muthafucka. I can’t f###### wear heels I can f###### stand up, I can’t do s###.” 

While Cardi B hasn’t revealed what caused the accident, she indicated it was down to a rare “clumsy” moment.  

“Everything was going great, now a ho is injured. S### got me so f###### tight. And the thing about it is, I’m not even a clumsy b####,” she continued. “I’m not a clumsy person and I bust my ass bro.” 

Cardi B Worried About Her Butt Dropping During Pregnancy

Elsewhere during the Live, Cardi B said this was her “easiest pregnancy” yet, but her little one is causing her sleepless nights. According to the NYC rapper, the baby kicks uncontrollably until she feeds it, whether mom is hungry or not.  

However, while Cardi isn’t concerned about gaining pregnancy weight, she is worried about her butt dropping.  

 “If anybody knows where I could get a pregnancy waist trainer, a pregnancy faja let me know,” she told her followers. “I need it right now cuz this ass is not dropping I swear to f###### God this ass is not dropping. It’s not really because of my stomach, of course, I just don’t want my ass to drop.” 

Despite the freak accident and her marriage struggles, Cardi B still plans to drop her highly anticipated album this year. She hasn’t confirmed the release date but teased it will be a “fruitful September.” 

Latto Addresses Rumored Relationship With 21 Savage 

By: London JennnCategory: Rumors

Latto has been keeping secrets about her mystery man, rumored to be 21 Savage, for several years, but she says her music tells the real story. 

Speculation around the rapper’s secret lover has swirled for years, with fans piecing together any little clue the singer might leave behind. However, in a new interview, Latto claimed netizens haven’t got a clue about her real boyfriend. 

During a recent sit-down for Apple, Ebro Darden tried to tease some information from the “Sunday Service” hitmaker.  

“Assuming the internet’s correct about who the person is,” he said before asking if she enjoys keeping her relationship under wraps.   

“The internet don’t know a g###### thing, let’s start there,” Latto replied. “It ain’t really nobody’s business. Listen to the music and you’ll know what you need to know.” 

Latto On Writing Love Songs And Feeling Like A “Sucker”

Latto rapped about her boo on her latest album with tracks like “Good 2 You,” and “Settle Down,” which fans believe includes a reference to 21 Savage. “Lay a ho down and lay up with a savage,” she says on the latter. 

However, Latto says that writing such personal songs about her love life sometimes made her feel like a “sucker.” 

“When other people in the studio,” she explained to Ebro, “I get to feeling like a simp and I’m so not a simp.” 

Latto added that she finds it “weird” but has to “Let that ego go,” and put aside her pride.  

“It wasn’t hard when I can be in that element fully, if I’m sitting in the studio and really just writing my thoughts out,” she added. “But when somebody right there, I feel like a sucker.” 

Both Latto and 21 Savage have denied the rumors in the past. Last year, Latto explained why she kept the identity of her boyfriend a secret. 

“If something is special to me, I’m going to keep it close to me because everything else has to be front and center about my life,” she told People. 

Snoop Dogg & Dr. Dre Close 2024 Paris Olympics With Epic LA 2028 Handover 

By: London JennnCategory: News

Snoop Dogg and Dr. Dre led the celebrations to close the 2024 Paris Olympics with a thrilling handoff to Los Angeles. 

On Sunday evening (August 11), the iconic West Coast duo performed their hit “The Next Episode” on Venice Beach at the handover ceremony as the Olympic flag made its way across the Atlantic for LA 2028. 

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Earlier in the evening, H.E.R. delivered a stunning rendition of the “Star Spangled Banner” as Tom Cruise repelled down the Stade de France to take the Olympic flag from L.A. Mayor Karen Bass and Simone Biles.  

He rode off on a motorcycle as a video played showing the rest of his adventures through Paris before jumping out of a plane in L.A. and decorating the Hollywood sign with the Olympic rings. 

The performance then transitioned back to a live feed in Los Angeles, in which the band played “Can’t Stop” at Venice Beach. 

The Red Hot Chili Peppers and Billie Eilish joined in the festivities before Snoop Dog performed “Drop It Like It’s Hot.” He then surprised the crowd with Dr. Dre to round off an impressive Olympic closing ceremony. 

Snoop Dogg was one of the highlights of the Paris Olympics as NBC’s prime-time correspondent. Whether dancing with a horse, doing laps with Michael Phelps, or fine dining with bestie Martha Stewart, audiences were tuned in. 

According to a recent rumor, Snoop Dogg raked in a whopping half a million dollars a day for his Olympics coverage. Check out some of his best bits below.

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KRS-One And Hip-Hop Legends Unite For ‘Walk This Way’ March in the Bronx

By: Chuck Creekmur (@ChuckCreekmur)Category: Exclusives

A number of Hip-Hop legends gathered in the Bronx today, August 11th, to take part in the 51st Annual Hip-Hop March, titled “Walk This Way,” spearheaded by the legendary KRS-One.

In addition to KRS-One, MC Sha Rock, MC Lyte,Master Gee, Kurtis Blow, Fat Joe and Grand Master Caz marched to support Hip-Hop culture and promote urban health and non-violence in the community.

KRS-One, DMC, MC Lyte And Rap Legends Invite Public To “Walk This Way” Hip-Hop 51 March

“With a healthy respect for our victorious past and an eye toward our glorious future, it is clear that only we have taken care of us, only we can take care of us, and only we will take care of us!” KRS-One told AllHipHop.com.

“Peace, love, unity, and safely having fun amongst ourselves; these are the practices we need for our next 50 years to be even more victorious than the last. We owe this to our future,” KRS-One added.

The public joined a unifying walk that started at 1520 Sedgwick Avenue, the birthplace of Hip-Hop, to celebrate Hip-Hop’s 51st birthday while prioritizing the health of The Bronx and New York at large.

Registration for the event started at 8:00 a.m., and the walk concluded at Crotona Park in the Bronx.

There, several keynote speeches were given on the state of Hip-Hop.

“We’re going to show you how to survive, strive and be alive. We created Hip-Hop so we didn’t have to glorify or celebrate all the negativity that is attacking and prevalent in our communities. We are the solution. The Walk This Way March. Why? Because we want to show you there is a way because we are the way,’ DMC said.

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“Blade” Star Wesley Snipes Sets Two Guinness World Records

By: AllHipHop StaffCategory: News

Wesley Snipes, who made a surprise cameo as Blade/Eric Brooks in the new film “Deadpool & Wolverine,” has earned two Guinness World Records.

The 62-year-old actor, who first portrayed the iconic half-vampire character in 1998’s “Blade,” set the record for “longest career as a live-action Marvel character,” with a span of 25 years and 340 days.

Wesley Snipes has also taken over Hugh Jackman’s previous record for his portrayal of Wolverine since 2000’s “X-Men.”

As the news broke, Snipes humorously responded via Instagram: “Whuuuut?! Really? Do I get a certificate too?”

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He went on to express his gratitude, writing, “Lordy Lordy Lordy…Thank you @guinnessworldrecords, I’m your fan!”

Initially, Snipes had reservations about revisiting his Blade role.

“I didn’t think he would be able to pull it off,” he shared with Entertainment Weekly, referring to Ryan Reynolds’ proposal for a cameo in “Deadpool & Wolverine.”

In the movie, Blade joins forces with the titular characters, as well as Jennifer Garner’s Elektra, Gambit portrayed by Channing Tatum, and Dafne Keen’s X-23, to take down the antagonist Cassandra Nova, played by Emma Corrin.

Snipes’ second accolade from Guinness World Records recognizes the “longest gap between character appearances in a Marvel film,” marking 19 years and 231 days since he last donned the vampire hunter’s garb in 2004’s “Blade: Trinity.”

The actor’s return as Blade not only resonated with long-time fans but also cemented his legacy within the Marvel Cinematic Universe.

Will Smith Confirms New Album Is Imminent

By: Mike WinslowCategory: News

Will Smith’s return to the music scene sees him embarking on a journey to inspire and uplift.

The acclaimed actor and musician confirmed he will release his first album in nearly two decades during an interview with Black Film Allies on Instagram.

“Over the past year and a half, I’ve been in the studio,” Will Smith shared. “I have a project that is the most personal and powerful music project I’ve ever done. The idea of the music is, ‘Dance in your darkest moments.'”

While the album’s title and release date remain a mystery, Smith has initiated an Instagram page and website, both titled “Dance in Your Darkest Moments.”

According to the Instagram bio, the initiative is “designed to inspire self-exploration, encourage acceptance, & cultivate a celebration for life.”

The album is anticipated to feature tracks in the Gospel Rap genre. At 55, Smith’s musical prowess is not confined to the recording studio.

He performed a new song, “You Can Make It,” at the BET Awards on June 30, which has climbed to the 14th spot on the Gospel Songs chart.

Additionally, he dropped a collaboration with Russ titled “Work of Art.”

Earlier this year, Smith contributed to the soundtrack of “Bad Boys: Ride or Die” with the track “Light Em Up,” which features Sean Paul.

This marks a significant chapter in Smith’s career, following his last album, Lost and Found, which was released in 2005.

Aussie “B-Girl” Sparks Outrage From Hip-Hop Community Over Olympics Inclusion

By: Kyle EusticeCategory: News

Australian professor Rachael “Raygun” Gunn, who participated in the women’s breaking competition at the 2024 Paris Olympics, went viral for her less than stellar performance.

Many in the Hip-Hop community felt she made a mockery of the art, spawning seemingly endless posts about the negative impact she had on breaking’s reputation. Rock Steady Crew legend, one of the world’s most famous b-boys, was forced to make a statement about Gunn’s performance. He concluded she should have bowed out and admitted to herself she wasn’t ready. He also placed some of the blame on the judges, who simply should’ve known better.

At the same time, Crazy Legs stood up for Gunn and insisted she didn’t deserve all the hate she’s been getting.

“Judges should stand up and say this girl doesn’t reach the qualifications of someone who should be performing on this level and protect Hip-Hop culture with that statement. I don’t know the girl, don’t know who she is, never heard of her. I think on her part she could have said, ‘Hey, this is out of my league. I shouldn’t be on this platform or maybe Australia as a country should have told her to fall back on this one.

“Maybe in her mind she’s better than what she thinks and that’s something for her to work out on her own. Do I think she deserves the amount of criticism she’s getting? Nah. In the United States, we are the über version of Live at the Apollo. You see something coming sideways, the jokes are coming fast and hard.”

Crazy Legs concluded all of the dragging online could have a serious impact on Gunn’s mental health and encouraged people to “ease up.”

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But others aren’t so forgiving, even the judges who gave her zero points for her routine. In head-to-head battles against b-girls from the USA, France and Lithuania, she pulled out some questionable moves like kangaroo hopping and swimming on the ground.

Some netizens were less than impressed, posting messages like “There’s 27.7 million Australians in the world and that’s who they send to the Olympics for this inaugural event??? C’mon now!”

And there’s a sense even Gunn knew she wasn’t qualified to be there. She later told reporters, “I was never going to beat these girls on what they do best, the dynamic and the power moves, so I wanted to move differently, be artistic and creative because how many chances do you get that in a lifetime to do that on an international stage,” suggesting she knew her moves weren’t on par with high-level b-girls or b-boys.

Legendary b-boy Popmaster Fabel also had some choice words about Gunn’s inclusion. Taking to Instagram, he chastised the powers that be who allowed Gunn to represent breaking on a world stage.

“Although I do not support the idea of including Breaking in the Olympics, I congratulate the winners. That said…I’m praying to Almighty God that Australia has much better B-girls than Rachael Gunn aka Raygun! I feel like she was purposely placed for some weird type of comedy relief. It’s shameful and a cheap shot at making a mockery of our sacred dance and culture. This extremely poor example of talent would have NEVER been allowed in any other Olympic category!

“Yet another reason why Breaking does not belong in the Olympics! How were the contestants chosen? Who chose the judges? Who chose the commentators? Who chose the DJs? Again, too many questions and not enough answers! It truly p##### me off! In the REAL world of Breaking, she would not have been granted the privilege to rep our dance on that platform regardless of the country! Its criteria and authenticity is not in harmony with the organic process that birthed it.”

He clarified further, “My comments are not meant to attack or hurt Raygun as a person. I’m aware of the fact that she has feelings as do we all. I’m simply stating that she should not have been placed at all in that position until she trained enough to be a top competitor on a global scale. I’ve always stood my ground against having Breaking in the Olympics! I do not believe Breaking in the Olympics is conducive to our dance and/or culture!

“I believe having Breaking in the Olympics is yet another form of cultural appropriation and unfortunately, our very own cultural brothers and sisters are being bought into the game. Regardless of my stance, I do congratulate the winners and those who truly earned placement in an arena that ultimately does not belong to us!”

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As the jokes and memes continued to flow, even Adele took a moment to address the controversy, telling her crowd, “I can’t work out if it was a joke but either way it has made me very very happy and me and my friends have been s####### ourselves laughing for nearly 24 hours. I just wanted to know if you have seen it. If you haven’t seen it please leave the show and google it because it is LOLZ. It is so f###### funny and is my favorite thing that has happened in the Olympics this whole whole time.”

50 Cent Confirms Future Collaboration With Tyler Perry On The Way

By: AllHipHop StaffCategory: News

50 Cent uncovered a new cinematic speed after touring Tyler Perry’s Atlanta studios, discovering a fresh approach to film and TV production that hinges on efficiency without compromising quality.

During a visit to Perry’s sprawling studio complex in June, 50 Cent immediately resonated with the accelerated pace, which he contrasted with the traditional methods of old Hollywood.

“We have the old Hollywood pace, the old ‘we are doing white Hollywood.’ He’s doing the diverse version of Hollywood that has to move faster to make more,” 50 Cent told The Hollywood Reporter. “And you don’t have to compromise quality. You will notice the difference in the premium programming when it’s done correctly. It’s just better planning. That definitely changed my perspective.”

As the mastermind behind G-Unit Film and Television Inc., 50 Cent has firmly established himself as a mogul in the entertainment world over the past decade.

His impressive resume features hit series like “BMF,” “Power” and its spin-offs “Ghost,” “Raising Kanan,” and “Force.”

Recently, 50 opened his own studios in Shreveport, Louisiana, where he has grand plans to rejuvenate the city and make it a destination for visitors.

“The studio itself, it’s for me to create content, to go make television shows and films and stuff like that,” he clarified. “But Shreveport, I have to be able to create an experience for people to come, so I started investing in the downtown area, buying properties and stuff. I got to revitalize that along with the studio.”

When questioned about a potential collaboration with Perry in the future, Jackson indicated that something might indeed be on the horizon.

“He said if I wanted to do something, and I’m saying, ‘Yes, let’s do it.’ Now we’ve just got to sort out what that’ll be,” 50 Cent confirmed.

D Smoke Reveals His Mother Has Died Following Terrible Car Accident

By: Kyle EusticeCategory: News

D Smoke is mourning the loss of his mother. The Grammy Award-nominated rapper announced the tragic news on Sunday (August 11) via Instagram and revealed her cause of death.

“Today, at 9:19am our beautiful mother passed due to complications related to a car accident that took place on March 31st 2024, Easter,” he wrote. “As we process the immense heartache of loss, we’re careful to give thanks for having lived so close to one of the greatest souls to walk the face of this earth. She was our mother, music teacher, mentor in the home role model, biggest fan and friend.

“We are grateful to everyone who showed up, brought food, spent time, called, gave plants, gave flowers ran errands and prayed for us during these past couple months. Our mother is no longer suffering and if you know her, you know where she’s at. We will keep y’all posted on how best to support us in this time. Thank you all for the love and just know when you see us, you see Jackie Gouché Farris, the greatest.”

D Smoke ended the post by asking for privacy and patience as they deal with the family’s life-altering event.

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D Smoke posted about the accident in April, revealing she needed multiple surgeries to try to save her life.

“The second slide is the car my mother was in when it crashed the morning of Easter on her way to church. She was on the passenger side and got the worst of it. She’s since had 1 successful surgery to stop the internal bleeding. Tomorrow she will undergo surgery on her L2 vertebrae to remove pressure from her spine.

“She has full mobility of her fingers and toes and through medication is still cracking jokes and trying to dance to music. Through tears, my family is navigating supporting her as she recovers and shows the world what she’s really made of. Keep us in your prayers.”

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D Smoke, whose real name is Daniel Anthony Farris, hails from Inglewood, California. He gained widespread recognition after winning the first season of Netflix’s music competition show Rhythm + Flow in 2019. D Smoke is known for his bilingual rapping, often switching between English and Spanish in his lyrics.

Before his rise to fame, D Smoke was a music teacher and a part of the musical group WoodWorks, which he formed with his brothers, including Grammy-winning artist SiR. His music often touches on themes such as social justice, Black empowerment, and his experiences growing up in Inglewood. His debut album, 2020’s Black Habits, was critically acclaimed and even received a Grammy nomination for Best Rap Album.

AllHipHop sends our condolences to D Smoke, SiR and the rest of their loved ones.